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Away from home, but still with family
January 29, 2021 — When the Persian Gulf War broke out, Cass and his team knew they were going to be called upon once again... MORE

The road gets longer if you want to be stronger
November 2, 2020 — “This is about building junior Soldiers up so when they become leaders, they can carry this forward,” the detachment sergeant said. “This is what the Army embodies. The fact that they retain the information given to them and apply it, I see it as a win any day in my book.” ... MORE

Embodying excellence: an Airman’s service to community
October 16, 2019 — The U.S. Air Force core value of excellence in all we do explains that Airmen must strive for continual self-improvement and in doing so, propel the Air Force to achieve greater accomplishments for not only themselves, but their community as well. Senior Airman Charles Essel expresses this through the time he spends helping his community. Whether it’s volunteering at the USO, bringing meals to people through Meals on Wheels, organizing blood drives or helping at juvenile centers, Essel does his best to help people in need. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Charles Essel, 633rd Medical Support Squadron contract service manager, won the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2019 Military Citizen of the Year for the Air Force due to his military excellence and more than 70 hours of volunteering in the community.

Swimming laps around the world
October 2, 2019 — She dives into the pool, as the cool water envelopes her body and she begins to feel weightless. She comes to the surface kicking and pulling, feeling the water begin to rush past her as she picks up speed until she’s at a full sprint… Preparation to be the fastest in the world has begun. “My mom threw me into a pool when I was a small child, and I’ve been swimming ever since,” said U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Genevieve Miller, 17th Intelligence Squadron deputy flight commander. “But I've been swimming competitively since I was five or six on a club team.” ... MORE

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Genevieve Miller, 17th Intelligence Squadron deputy flight commander, poses for a photo while practicing at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Sept. 19, 2019.

Dedicated to the Raptor
July 31, 2019 — The 106 degree Fahrenheit heat beats down on the Nellis Air Force Base flightline where crew chiefs work tirelessly to complete the mission of Red Flag 19-3. Out of the more than 20 units from across the U.S. Armed Forces and Australian Air Force that attended the exercise, the crew chiefs from the 94th Aircraft Maintenance Unit worked to ensure that eight of the 1st Fighter Wing’s F-22 Raptors were prepared to complete their mission. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lenny Buscemi is a dedicated crew chief with the 94th Aircraft Maintenance Unit.

Donated coffee enhances ART outreach
July 31, 2019 — The smell of coffee is not the only thing filling the room. Laughter and conversations also take place as members of the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing wait in the Resiliency Cafe for their cup of coffee... MORE

Holy Joe’s Cafe’s first location at Sather Air Force Base, Baghdad, Iraq, September 2006. According to their public website, the organization sends coffee and supplies to hundreds of U.S. military troops in 70 countries around the world, including small Forward Operating Bases, hospitals, military vessels and other settings free of charge. (Courtesy photo)

Retired Soldier shines bright on America’s stage
July 2, 2019 — As a child, growing up in Baxley, Georgia, his dream was to one day share his gift with the world by using music to express himself and perform songs that made people feel good.Retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ron Henry, now assigned to Joint Base Langley-Eustis as a memorial affairs coordinator, recently got his chance alongside a veteran and... MORE

A healing touch: veteran provides massage therapy to PTSD patients
June 12, 2019 — Tucked away at the Shellbank Fitness Center is a soothing room filled with potted plants, soft lighting and a trickling waterfall, designed to create a relaxing atmosphere... MORE

Retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Eduardo Duran Jr., a licensed massage therapist, helps services members work through their stressors by connecting their minds back to their bodies through massage at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.

Giving Old Glory a voice
June 10, 2019 — Standing at a wooden podium, dress blues pressed and hands resting on the script in front of her, retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Deborah Rothwell took a deep breath. “I am the flag of the United States of America,” she started. Her head held high, she emphasized each word with a flourish of her hands. “My name is Old Glory.” ... MORE

Retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Deborah Rothwell and her late husband, retired Senior Master Sgt. Leon Rothwell, Sr. Married for 35 years, Chief Rothwell said she dedicates her “Old Glory” performances to her husband, who passed away in October 2015.

A glimpse into the past
September 19, 2018 — The decision to enlist into the U.S. military is made by few Americans. The reasons that turns the decision into action vary – whether it’s wanting to travel, education opportunities or healthcare stability. A young Harrold Helderman was among those who made that decision to enlist. While working long hours on a railroad with little pay, he knew it wasn’t the work he wanted to do for long. ... MORE

Harrold Helderman, tells a story of his time in the U.S. Army during a tour at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 8, 2018.

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